Cars

THE STEERING COLUMN

Zeekr 7X review: A taxing situation

The Zeekr 7X has Scandinavian design, a better-than-German interior and a uniquely Singaporean problem

Affected cars will have their electric door circuits modified.

1,300 Toyota Prius units recalled in Singapore over rear doors that could open while car is moving

Rectification involves modifying door switch circuits, done free of charge, and for new cars before delivery

Automakers are facing billions of dollars in additional costs from Trump’s tariffs.

Detroit auto industry spared from Trump’s latest tariff programme

[DETROIT] Detroit’s automakers learned Friday (Feb 20) night that they had been spared from tariffs that US President Donald Trump imposed after the US Supreme Court struck down most of his global dut...

Hyundai’s Ioniq 9 is a large, plush, three-row electric SUV with a hulking presence.
THE STEERING COLUMN

Hyundai Ioniq 9 review: Sizing up to deal with prices blowing up

Car prices have been eye-watering. Hyundai’s Ioniq 9 is good enough to lessen the sting.

The full impact of the recent updates to car taxes in Budget 2026 are unlikely to be seen immediately.
COMMENTARY

Singapore’s Parf rebate cut may favour China EV brands as ownership and borrowing costs rise

Industry players say the move will have far-reaching consequences across the automotive value chain

The cafe offering at BYD by 1826’s IMM outlet reflects the dealer’s approach of combining food, design and electric mobility within a single experiential space.
BRANDED CONTENT

Beyond the showroom: How BYD is redefining the EV retail experience in S’pore

From thoughtfully designed lifestyle spaces to advanced battery technology, electric vehicle maker BYD reshapes how Singaporeans discover and adopt electric mobility

Luxury cars will face higher depreciation because of the move, which could affect sales.
SINGAPORE BUDGET 2026

Budget 2026: Parf rebate changes could boost EV adoption and COE renewals but dampen luxury car sales

Observers say that the reduction of de-registration rebates for cars will favour electric vehicles over petrol and petrol-electric hybrids

The cut-throat competition has rippled through the entire supply chain.

China bans below-cost car sales to end prolonged price war

Despite Beijing’s efforts to stamp out aggressive discounting, the new year has brought a new round of price cuts

In addition to the retail partnerships, the refreshed stores also have more intuitive layouts for “quicker, easier shopping”, says Shell.

Shell revamps Select convenience stores with Watsons, Hooga, Vivino tie-ups

Debuting in 12 locations, the outlets will have an expanded product range, including those for health, wellness and lifestyle products

At the launch of the charger on Friday were (from left) Deng Ming, managing director of Huawei Digital Power Singapore; Stephanie Tan, CEO of EV-Electric (EVe); Baey Yam Keng, Minister of State, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, and Ministry of Transport, and Mayor for North East District;  Dean Cher, managing director of SP Mobility.

SP Group and Huawei introduce Singapore’s fastest EV charger with battery storage

It is rated for a maximum power of 480 kW and can add 200 km of range in five minutes for compatible vehicles